Bay View Somerset West

3.5 star property
Cape Town guesthouse in Somerset West with outdoor pool and bar/lounge
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Photo gallery for Bay View Somerset West

Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Interior entrance
Lobby lounge
View from property

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
21 Abelia Street, Heldervue, Somerset West, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7130
  • Cheetah Outreach
    4 min drive
  • Lourensford Wine Estate
    6 min drive
  • Morgenster Wine Farm
    9 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    26 min drive

Room options

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cape Town

At Bay View Somerset West you'll be 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Cheetah Outreach and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Strand Golf Club. Highlights at this guest house include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Somerset West guest house include Lourensford Wine Estate and Flagstone Winery.

What's nearby

  • Cheetah Outreach - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Lourensford Wine Estate - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Vergelegen Wine Estate - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Spier Wine Estate - 14 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Firgrove Station - 2 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 24 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hussar Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Indigo Spur Steak Ranch - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪WCafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Bay View Somerset West

Cape Town guesthouse in Somerset West with outdoor pool and bar/lounge
Bay View Somerset West offers its guests an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An airport shuttle (available on request) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Bay View Somerset West also features laundry facilities and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Cape Town guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Bay View Somerset West offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 3.5-star guest house has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 175

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bay View Somerset West

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per room (one way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 175 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Bay View Hotel Somerset West
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Bay View Hotel Cape Town
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Bay View Somerset West?

Yep, Bay View Somerset West has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Bay View Somerset West?

The closest beach to Bay View Somerset West is Bikini Beach (11.9 km).

Does Bay View Somerset West have a pool?

Bay View Somerset West has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bay View Somerset West?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bay View Somerset West?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bay View Somerset West?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Bay View Somerset West Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennette

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

JM

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First Class Guest House
A one night stay near Cape Town Airport on rapid return to UK. Everything was excellent with very friendly helpful service. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Affordable Luxury at Bay View
Excellent attention to detail from the welcome to the goodbye. Can only recommend highly. Fantastic views an added bonus! Will return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
This is about the best guest house I have ever stayed in. The rooms are fantastic, the views are fantastic and the facilities are just as good. Location is nice and quiet and convenient for all the local amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay for work. Well priced and has everything one needs. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing spot
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Godt ophold
Vi havde en nat på Bayview. Ærgerligt vi ikke havde booket 2 - rigtig dejlige rum og gode faciliteter. Fantastisk udsigt over området.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel magnifique et joliment decore.
En dehors du cadre et de la propreté. Le patron et son personnel est réellement au service des clients. J'ai rarement vu une telle prestation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Veronique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellente chambre
Super nuit confort calme et tranquillité. Un super accueil et une excellente chambre.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort